Introducing Jodhpur
Located in the northern Indian state of Rajasthan, Jodhpur is the second largest city of the state. Jodhpur is another city that received great patronage from the Rajput rulers of the place. As a result, many magnificent monuments of the period adorn the landscape of the city. Located near the Thar desert, Jodhpur, instead of giving the impression of a moribund land in the midst of desert stands proudly as a city promoting entrepreneurship, scholarship and the art and heritage of medieval period. Jodhpur, also called an island of marble palaces is separated from the desert by a huge wall. Popularly called the blue city, Jodhpur is like an oasis in the midst of a vast desert. A few animal species that can survive in dry and arid climate could also be found in the city.
Jodhpur city was established by Rajput chief Rao Jodha in 1459. Like Jaipur,
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Rail : Jodhpur is well connected by broad-gauge network with the rest of Rajasthan and other parts of the country. Express train services are available from many destinations including Delhi. To book your rail ticket with exclusive offer visit at makemytrip.com. Click here
Road : Tourists can board luxury and deluxe buses that operate regularly between Jodhpur and major destinations of north India. Regular deluxe bus services are also available from national capital Delhi.
Attractions in Jodhpur
Mehrangarh Fort : The fort of Mehrangarh is regarded as one of the most impressive and formidable structures in the whole of Rajasthan. The fort stretches to a length of 5 kms and is located on a 125 metre high elevated land. The fort was built in such a way that it becomes almost impossible for enemies to intrude into it. The fort houses a few palaces whose architecture is very impressive.
Jaswant Thada : Jaswant Thada houses the cenotaphs of many Rajput royals. It was built in white marble in the year 1899 A.D. in memory of Maharaja Jaswant Singh II. There are portraits of various Jodhpur rulers within the main cenotaph.
The Mahamandir Temple : At a distance of 9 kms from Jodhpur, Mahamandir temple is visited by devotees in large numbers. The architecture of the temple is most impressive. There are intricate carvings in stones including 84 well carved pillars. This temple was built in the year 1812.
Dhawa : Dhawa is a small wildlife sanctuary located at a distance of 45 kms from Jodhpur. It is one of the few places of Rajasthan where there is an abundance of greenery. It has a large population of cheetah and sambhar.
Osian : Osian is an oasis in the desert located some 58 kms from Jodhpur. Many tourists visit Osian to have a glimpse of the splendid sunset view available from the place. Osian is a very popular picnic spot for the local people
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